2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
